San Clemente State Beach — Attraction in San Clemente

Rocks the size of grapefruits in the strong waves hit the kids and adults on ankles. Waves are often strong and crash close to shore and can be extreme.

Place is not too crowded and good for wave and people watching. Also great place to hike. Not great if you want to get in the water.

Campsite overlooking the ocean is nice but I prefer to drive to a different beach.

If you like surfing there are some good surfing spots a little south of San Clemente in San Onofre. Exit Cristianitos and follow a surfer to the best spots. You'll see many surfers on bikes with boards everyday! You can drive 29 mins south and you'll find Oceanside has some nice beach areas for beginning surfers and kids. You can drive north, Laguna beaches...

This place is not flashy, but it has a soft sense of intimacy. I had a car over night stay here about a year ago, but it kept my memory, so bought a beach towel, prepared a drink, and came back with the dogs. There are not so many people on the Beach but trail road is a lot of people walking or running. Rangers are monitoring everything on the beach at the tower in the middle of the Pier and are broadcasting announcements, that's why I felt more safe. Cafes and restaurants are nearby, so it's good to have brunch on Sunday, and if you buy coffee early in the morning and sit on the beach and look at the sea for a while,...

Such a nice campground near the ocean. The sound of the waves were incredible throughout the night and early morning. The campground is clean and there’s enough space between campsites. The bathrooms were cleaned periodically and offered hot water. Showers are operated by coins or credit card. There are plenty of restaurants and grocery stores nearby for last minute needs and the campground staff were polite and nice. The beach walkway is conveniently close across the parking lot. I will definitely be back and will continue to recommend...